Kashmiri Yogurt and Walnut Chutney with Mint
A cooling and nutty chutney made from creamy yogurt, toasted walnuts, and fresh mint, perfect for pairing with spicy dishes or breads. This Indian-inspired recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, turns plain yogurt (whole milk), walnuts, toasted and chopped, fresh mint leaves, finely chopped into a satisfying snack for between meals, packed lunches, or game-day spreads — minimal active time and easy to scale up for a crowd. Each serving lands at about 140 calories and feeds 4, so it fits into lunchboxes, road trips, or an afternoon-energy gap without derailing the day. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain yogurt (whole milk)
- 1/3 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- 1 small green chili, finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp roasted cumin powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black salt (kala namak)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a mixing bowl, whisk 1 cup whole milk plain yogurt until smooth and creamy.
- Step 2: Add 1/3 cup toasted and chopped walnuts, 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh mint leaves, and 1 small finely chopped green chili. Stir gently to combine.
- Step 3: Mix in 1/2 tsp roasted cumin powder, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black salt for an earthy, tangy flavor.
- Step 4: Finish by stirring in 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice to brighten the chutney.
- Step 5: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving chilled with kebabs, rice dishes, or warm breads.








